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With all of the thought about snacks recently I was reminded of these firecracker shrimp that I came across on Steamy Kitchen a while ago. As soon as I saw the firecracker shrimp I knew that I would have to make them! You really cannot go wrong taking succulent shrimp, wrapping them in wonton wrappers, frying until golden brown and irresistibly crispy and good and then dipping them in a tasty sweet chili sauce!

Not only are these firecracker shrimp addictively good but they are also super easy to make! First you need to marinate the shrimp and then all that is left is to wrap them in the wonton wrappers and fry them. Really there is only about a half an hour standing between you and these tasty little parcels of enjoyment! The shrimps tails hanging out of the crispy wonton wrappers make perfect hand hold which make them great finger food at parties!

Tip: Nick the shrimp a few times on the inside of their curve to help keep them from curling up when they cook.

The only problem with these firecracker shrimp is that they disappear far too quickly!

Firecracker Shrimp

Marinated shrimp wrapped in egg roll wrappers and fried until golden brown and crispy served with a sweet chili sauce for dipping.

Since both sides of the shrimp are curved, it should be noted that it is the INSIDE curve that needs to be nicked. Not everyone will realize this. Do you think I could use round rice papers wrappers or would they be too thin?I love the look of the sweet chili sauce. I can think of many uses for it. Fresh Vietnamese spring rolls being one.

I love these shrimp - they look incredible with their crispy little wrappers. And they're so cute! I don't think I could stop once I started eating ;) I'm featuring this post in today's Food Fetish Friday (with a link-back and attribution as always). Thank you so much for keeping me inspired with such delicious creations...

Kevin you are amazing!! I am making these for our Super Bowl get together. but I will be making them prior just to sample.....I am sure they will be a big hit. Thank you for all your yummy recipes. Judy :)

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